Prestoncrest Church of Christ

The Christmas story is more than a tale of a baby in a manger — it’s the unfolding of God’s incredible love for humanity and His plan to restore the world. In this special series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., we’ll reflect on the hope, peace, joy, and love revealed in the birth of Jesus. Join us as we celebrate the true reason for Christmas and the life-changing message of God’s gr...

Join us for a special guest sermon by our Prestoncrest member Paul Conway on building better relationships through the image of Christ Jesus. Let us increase our value as we grow into the grace of our savior. Scriptures mentioned: James 1: 19-20, Mark 10: 13-14, Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

HOPE FOR THE JOURNEY 1 Thessalonians 4.13-5.11 Gordon Dabbs, PhD Our real and final destination is life everlasting with Jesus Christ—it’s a new heaven and new earth. 1 Thessalonians 4.13 (ESV) We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. Our goodbyes in Christ are more like “See you later.” We grieve with hope. W...

READY AND WAITING Luke 12.35–38 Dr. Gordon Dabbs Sometimes, the best things in life are meant to surprise us. What we do know is enough: When He comes, the sky itself will open. The King will appear. And every eye will see Him. The thousand-year reign of Jesus: three major camps: • Premillennialism • Postmillennialism • Amillennialism What is the Rapture? The idea comes from a couple of verses in...

READY AND WAITING Luke 12.35–38 Dr. Gordon Dabbs Sometimes, the best things in life are meant to surprise us. What we do know is enough: When He comes, the sky itself will open. The King will appear. And every eye will see Him. The thousand-year reign of Jesus: three major camps: • Premillennialism • Postmillennialism • Amillennialism What is the Rapture? The idea comes from a couple of verses in...

The promise of Jesus' return has been a source of hope and anticipation for believers throughout history. But what does the Bible actually say about his second coming, and how should we live in light of this promise? In the "Coming Soon" message series by Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., we’ll explore Scripture’s teachings on Christ’s return, examining what it means for our lives today and our hope for the f...

The promise of Jesus' return has been a source of hope and anticipation for believers throughout history. But what does the Bible actually say about his second coming, and how should we live in light of this promise? In the "Coming Soon" message series by Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., we’ll explore Scripture’s teachings on Christ’s return, examining what it means for our lives today and our hope for the f...

A HEART LIKE HIS Jonah 4 Gordon Dabbs, PhD When we last saw Jonah, he had just delivered the MOST successful sermon in history. Revival breaks out across the entire city. The twist: instead of throwing a celebration, the preacher is throwing a fit. Jonah 4.1 (ESV) But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was angry. Why was Jonah furious? NOT because his message flopped… but because it worked. J...

Ever blown it… and wondered if God could still use you? Jonah did too. But when God gave him a second chance, it sparked the biggest revival in the Old Testament — with a five-word sermon! In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., unpacks Jonah’s story with humor, hope, and heart — showing that God’s grace runs deeper than our failures. Whether you’re running from God, stuck in reg...

SALVATION COMES FROM THE LORD Jonah 2.1-10 Jonah 2.1-10 (NLT) Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from inside the fish. He said, “I cried out to the Lord in my great trouble, and he answered me. I called to you from the land of the dead, and Lord, you heard me! You threw me into the ocean depths, and I sank down to the heart of the sea. The mighty waters engulfed me; I was buried beneath your wild an...

IN THE STORM Jonah 1.4-16 Last week, we discussed the WHY: Jonah bolted because God was sending him to Nineveh, known for their evil and cruelty. Jonah buys a ticket for Tarshish. The writer of Jonah loves the word “down.” • Jonah went down to Joppa (v1,3) • He went down to the ship (v3) • He went down into the inner part of the ship (v5) • There, he laid down (v5) • And he went down into the sea,...

Ever tried running from something God asked you to do? You’re not alone. Jonah did more than drag his feet—he bought a one-way ticket in the opposite direction. Yet, through storms, sailors, and even a giant fish, Jonah discovered what we all need to know: you can’t outrun God’s love. This five-part series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., dives into one of the Bible’s most surprising...

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Two men walk into the temple to pray—one a religious superstar, the other a despised tax collector. Only one leaves right with God. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., unpacks Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, showing us why grace always flows downhill—toward the humble, the broken, and the desperate. If you’ve ever felt unqualified, underqualified, or too...

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WHEN GRACE DOESN’T ADD UP Matthew 20.1-16 Outlook is such a powerful thing. The lens through which we see our world leads us toward gratefulness and wonder… or grumbling and worry. Through parables, Jesus keeps pressing us: Are you seeing with your eyes, or are you seeing with kingdom eyes? Mark 8.18 (NLT) "You have eyes — can’t you see? You have ears — can’t you hear?" Jesus tells a story in Matt...

About the series. . . The parables of Jesus aren’t just quaint tales—they’re divine disruptions. These simple stories carry deep truth, pulling back the curtain on the heart of God, the values of His Kingdom, and what it means to live in step with Him. In Kingdom Stories, a new message series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., we’ll explore some of Jesus’ most powerful parables—stories...

About the series. . . The parables of Jesus aren’t just quaint tales—they’re divine disruptions. These simple stories carry deep truth, pulling back the curtain on the heart of God, the values of His Kingdom, and what it means to live in step with Him. In Kingdom Stories, a new message series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., we’ll explore some of Jesus’ most powerful parables—stories...

The parables of Jesus aren’t just quaint tales—they’re divine disruptions. These simple stories carry deep truth, pulling back the curtain on the heart of God, the values of His Kingdom, and what it means to live in step with Him. In Kingdom Stories, a new message series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., we’ll explore some of Jesus’ most powerful parables—stories that reveal surprising...

Suffering is one of the hardest things we face—and one of the biggest barriers to faith. In this honest, hope-filled message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph. D., explores how Scripture frames pain, what to say (and not say) to the hurting, and how God shows up in our darkest moments. With humor, compassion, and real-life stories, this sermon offers more than answers—it offers presence, perspe...

NAME, IMAGE, & LIKENESS John 4.3-42 Dr Gordon Dabbs Jesus doesn’t stretch us because He enjoys watching us squirm. He challenges us because He wants to transform us into the people we were always meant to be. That’s the deal. N.I.L. • Name: God announces… Numbers 6.27 (ESV) “So shall they put my name upon the people of Israel, and I will bless them.” • Image: We are… Predestined to be conformed to...

Full Ride by Dr. Gordon Dabbs Mark 10.17 (ESV) Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life And here’s what’s beautiful: Mark 10.21 (ESV) Jesus, looking at him, loved him. Jesus loved him. And because he loves him, he tells him the truth. Jesus stretches him: Mark 10.21 (ESV) “You lack one thing: go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and com...

SURRENDER Matthew 8.18–22 Dr. Gordon Dabbs Recognizing Jesus as Lord isn’t optional; it’s essential for having a genuine relationship with Him. Why? Because any version of Jesus that leaves out His Lordship is a made-to-order, incomplete version of Him—a Jesus of our own design, not the real One. And that’s what a lot of people miss in the Gospels. They want Jesus as life coach, not Lord. But the...